7/12 Easily confused words

 

Historic vs. Historical

Both words relate to history, but they have different meanings and usage.

1. Meaning and Difference

• Historic – means important or significant in history (something that made an impact).
• Historical – means related to history (something from the past, but not necessarily important).

2. Usage and Examples

✅ Correct usage:

• The moon landing was a historic event. (It was important in history.)

• This is a historic decision that will change the future. (Significant moment.)

• She is reading a historical novel. (A book about past events.)

• The museum displays historical artifacts. (Objects from history.)

❌ Common mistake:

• The signing of the treaty was a historical event. ❌ (Should be "historic" because it was important.)
• He loves reading about historic wars. ❌ (Should be "historical" because wars are part of history, not necessarily all groundbreaking.)

Quick Trick to Remember

• Historic = Important 🚀
• Historical = Related to the past 📜